unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver Build Strength, Live Longer: The Menopause Longevity Blueprint with Dr. Vonda Wright
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Nov 5, 2025 
Dr. Vonda Wright, a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon and author of the bestseller Unbreakable, joins the conversation to redefine aging. She debunks the myth that frailty is inevitable, revealing that women can lose up to 20% of bone mass post-menopause. Dr. Wright discusses the importance of strength training, nutrition, and hormonal health in preventing bone loss. She also shares her insights on the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and advocates for early interventions, emphasizing that maintaining strong bones is crucial for healthy aging.
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Plane Encounter Sparked Her Mission
- Vonda Wright watched an elderly woman on a plane who was frail, incontinent, and had dementia.
- The sight made her question whether such decline is inevitable or preventable.
Rapid Bone Loss Around Menopause
- Women can lose up to 20% of bone mass in the first five years after menopause due to estrogen loss.
- This rapid loss makes midlife a critical window for prevention and intervention.
Bone Is A Communicating Organ
- Bone is an endocrine organ that communicates with brain, pancreas, muscle, and gonads via hormones.
- Bone constantly remodels and replaces itself roughly every ten years.
